FAQs

I am a Natural Functional Medicine Practitioner, a Certified Clinical Nutritionist (CCN), an Applied Clinical Nutritionist ( ACN), a Certified Wellness Coach (CWC) and Doctor of Chiropractic (DC). I received my doctorate from Parker University in Dallas. My post doctorate education and training is in Functional Medicine and Clinical Nutrition. I also have Certifications in NET, NRT, and  have received complete training in the biological sciences such as anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, epidemiology, histology, blood chemistry, and neurology, as well as conventional medical diagnosis and treatment. In addition, I have received extensive training in clinical nutrition, botanical medicine, and lifestyle counseling. I also teach and train other doctors in my Mastermind Program. I have been in clinical practice for almost 20 years. For more check “About” me.

No, I am a Natural Functional Medicine Practitioner, a Certified Clinical Nutritionist (CCN), an Applied Clinical Nutritionist ( ACN), a Certified Wellness Coach (CWC) and Doctor of Chiropractic (DC). My post doctorate education and training is in Functional Medicine and Clinical Nutrition. Therefore, I do not practice medicine and do not diagnose or treat diseases or medical conditions. I focus my practice on promoting natural health and optimal function. My services are not meant to substitute or replace those of a medical doctor, but my programs are meant to work in conjunction with them.

No. I do not prescribe or make recommendations about prescription medications or controlled substances. Your prescribing medical doctor will manage all medications. I use natural, noninvasive methods such as nutritional therapy, herbs, supplements, stress management techniques and lifestyle changes to address the underlying causes of disease and promote optimal function and natural health.

Some HSA type plans might cover some testing and services. It will depend on your plan. My program in general is considered above the standard of care and therefore elective as far as the insurance industry is concerned. We do everything we can to make sure Natural Functional Medicine is affordable, and available to everyone! All our patients are working class, normal people who want to get healthy.

This depends on several factors, including the complexity of your condition, how long you’ve had it and how much time, energy, and attention you’re willing to devote to your wellness. In general, our signiture program is 90 days long and broken down into 3 sections for optimal healing. We also have   a concierge care plan which consists or two visits with add on options, but most people start seeing improvement within the first month. People may elect to continue with a maintenance plan after their initial treatment plan is finished. After the initial wellbeing plan, most people opt for individual maintenance visits a few times a year. It is a good idea to be proactive as it relates to your health and wellbeing.

Our natural functional wholistic approach addresses the most common issues:  Gut Inflamation and Digestive Issues, Metabolic Dysfuntion and Skin Challenges.  There is usually a connection between one or more of these conditions and therefore the root cause can be overlooked, misunderstood, or misdiagnosed.

Yes, you can, and I encourage you to purchase the highest quality most nutrient dense supplement support available.  I prefer however that you consider a consult with me to determine what you need, why you want to take it and for how long so that it makes therapeutic rationale. After all you do not want a supplement graveyard and you do want to take the highest quality available.

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Natural Functional Medicine is not just for the wealthy it is an investment in your most important asset, YOUR HEALTH.  Most of our patients are working and middle-class people who want to get healthy and feel great. Most of the patients we collabrate with on their wellbeing are, Type A, Creative, Ambitious, Proactive, Futuristic, enjoy Self Improvement, love travel and want to be the best they can be so they can support others. We want to take on patients that we believe we can improve their overall health. Price depends on several factors including the extent of lab testing required, the combination of natural supplements and other protocols needed, and the number of Zoom or in-office visits you receive.

We do everything we can to make Natural Functional Medicine affordable add a lot of value and we also provide many free resources.

  • Initial Consult and Your Personal plan is $ 495.00 which consists of two visits. The first visit is one hour long and the second visit is 30 minutes.
  • Follow up Visits are $150.00

Just so you know: We have a cancellation policy in place.

As a courtesy to Dr Pia Wellness and our staff, we respectfully request a 24-hour advance cancellation notice. We require a credit card on file to book an appointment. There will be a  charge if you cancel or reschedule your appointment within 24 hrs of your scheduled appointment. If you no show your appointment there will be also be a charge.
Every appointment is reserved especially for you! Please understand that when you forget or cancel your appointment without giving enough notice, we miss the opportunity to fill that appointment time, and clients to receive services. 
 
Our appointments are confirmed 48 hours and 24 hours in advance because we know how easy it is to forget an appointment you booked months ago.  

 

We use Evexia Labs. They have comprehensive offerings at affordable prices.

Depending on the type of test, the samples required are saliva, urine, stool and blood. All tests are completed by the client through easy test kits that are self-administered in the comfort of your own home. Blood tests may be run as needed from your local lab.

The best way to see if natural functional medicine is right for you is to explore the website and check out the blog. We are passionate about our job and take Natural Functional Medicine very seriously and care for our patients deeply. Working with them over the months they are with us, they become our friends and like family to us. We are humbled and honored to be a part of their journey into health. Lastly, Check out our google reviews. I couldn’t write reviews like this even if I tried!!